Tag Archives: Holy Spirit

Are We Under the Law?

In my Sunday School class the other day, the question arose, under the New Covenant, are we still governed by the law? A lively discussion ensued. Someone quoted Jesus, who said in Matthew 5:17: Think not that I came to … Continue reading

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The Holy Spirit

Every Christian, along with a hefty portion of non-Christians, knows who God is and who Jesus is. They could tell you that God is the Father and Jesus is His Son, and most could tell you that it is Jesus—through … Continue reading

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Rapture and Second Coming

In the last five weeks, my wife and I have attended three funerals for relatives and in-laws on her side of the family. That’s enough funerals to last me for awhile. Don’t need any more anytime soon. This past Saturday … Continue reading

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What Do I Mean I’m a Christian?

If you abide in Me and My word abides in you, then you shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free. What does it mean when I say I’m a Christian? Does it mean I think I’m … Continue reading

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Nurture or Nature?

If you abide in Me and My word abides in you, then you shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free.  That’s become a popular subject of discussion. We wonder which exercises more control of human behavior. … Continue reading

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Relationships

With the possible except of psychopaths or sociopaths, people desperately need relationships with other people. Relationships are one of our most basic needs. The unconditional love of a husband for his wife or a parent for his child. The friendship … Continue reading

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Three Courts

The temple Solomon built in Jerusalem consisted of the temple itself, housing the Holy of Holies or Most Holy Place, and two courts—an inner court or Court of Priests and an outer court or Great Court. The Great Court served … Continue reading

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